Electroacupuncture for depression in cancer patients
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This trial tests whether electroacupuncture can help treat depression caused by cancer or its treatments. It may be a safe option for people who have not tried acupuncture before and are not currently receiving active cancer treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have depression that started after your cancer diagnosis, related to the cancer or its treatment.
- You have not had acupuncture before.
- You are not planning to have cancer treatments like chemotherapy or radiation during the study.
- You are able to understand the study and agree to participate.
- You do not have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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